American Lutheran Hymnal ‎#143

143. O Holy, Blessed Trinity

1 O holy, blessed Trinity,
Divine, eternal Unity,
God Father, Son and Holy Ghost,
Be Thou this day my guide and host.

2 My soul and body keep from harm,
O’er all I have extend Thine arm,
That Satan may not cause distress
Nor bring me shame and wretchedness.

3 The Father’s love shield me this day,
The Son’s pure wisdom cheer my way,
The Holy Spirit’s light divine
Illume my heart’s benighted shrine.

4 My Maker, strengthen Thou my heart,
O blest Redeemer, help impart,
Blest Comforter, stay by my side,
That faith and love in me abide.

5 Lord, bless and keep Thou me as Thine;
Lord, make Thy face upon me shine;
Lord, lift Thy countenance on me
And give me peace, sweet peace from Thee.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: O holy, blessed Trinity
• Title: O Holy, Blessed Trinity
• Translator: C. H. L. Schuette (1880, a.)
• Author: Martin Behm (1608)
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1930
• Topic: The Means of Grace: God; Processionals and Recessionals: General

Tune Information

• Name: VETTER
• Composer: D. Vetter (1713)
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: E♭ Major